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"Its like a mini World Cup": Winger Nikhil Poojary excited to represent In
Updated : 2 years, 2 months ago IST
In the tournament, India have been drawn in Group B of the AFC Asian Cup, where they will face the likes of Australia (January 13), Uzbekistan (January 18), and Syria (January 23), as per an All India Football Federation (AIFF). While the group looks relatively tough, Poojary and the boys ar
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"I always say to aim for bigger prize": Sandesh Jhingan
Updated : 2 years, 2 months ago IST
Jhingan, who is going to play in the AFC Asian Cup for the second time in his career, is aiming for nothing but the biggest prize, the trophy. He urges all his players to leave no stone unturned with their preparations ahead of their vital international campaign, but he wants to stay focused
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AFC Asian Cup: Three wise men dream of displaying right intent in Doha
Updated : 2 years, 2 months ago IST
India are all set to participate in the AFC Asian Cup for the fifth time in history, once the ball gets rolling in Doha, Qatar, on January 13, the previous editions being in 1964, 1984, 2011, and 2019
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'Mature man' Chhangte ready for road ahead
Updated : 2 years, 2 months ago IST
Over the last couple of years, the diminutive winger has put in some inspiring performances that have now made him a key member of the Blue Tigers' squad. While Chhangte had missed selection for the final squad for the Asian Cup in 2019, his selection for the 2023 edition came as no surprise
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"Time to work with more intensity, passion": Sandesh Jhingan on AFC Asian
Updated : 2 years, 2 months ago IST
While the first edition in 1964 remains India's most successful stint at the Asian Cup after they finished runners-up behind Israel (it was a round-robin tournament), the Blue Tigers have never made it past the group stage after that
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"Having supporters on your side is always an advantage": India head coach
Updated : 2 years, 2 months ago IST
Ahead of India's AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023 campaign, the Blue Tigers' head coach, Igor Stimac, on Tuesday said that having a whopping fan base will give them an advantage in the upcoming tournament.
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Hardworking, humble Blue Tigers 'impress' newly-appointed assistant coach
Updated : 2 years, 2 months ago IST
The Blue Tigers have put their grand reception in Doha behind them, and have now begun training for the upcoming AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023. While there are plenty of familiar faces around, a few are yet to make their senior international debut
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We need to be clinical against superior opponents: Igor Stimac
Updated : 2 years, 2 months ago IST
India made history as the first among the 23 visiting teams to reach Qatar for the AFC Asian Cup 2023. With less than two weeks remaining until the Blue Tigers' inaugural match against Australia, head coach Igor Stimac and his team find themselves pressed for time.
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We respect all but fear none: Jhingan as fans light up Doha night with wel
Updated : 2 years, 2 months ago IST
Drawn in Group B against Australia (January 13), Uzbekistan (January 18), and Syria (January 23), India have a tough road ahead. However, the Blue Tigers are firmly backing their abilities.
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"If there is no character nothing can be achieved": India's head coach Igo
Updated : 2 years, 2 months ago IST
Ahead of India's AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023 campaign, the Blue Tigers' head coach, Igor Stimac, on Saturday said that he is looking for players with strong character.
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India head coach Igor Stimac names 26-member squad for AFC Asian Cup Qatar
Updated : 2 years, 2 months ago IST
The Indian senior men's team head coach Igor Stimac, on Saturday announced the 26-member squad for the upcoming AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023.
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Odisha FC drawn against ASEAN Zone Champions in AFC Cup Inter-Zone semifin
Updated : 2 years, 2 months ago IST
The first leg of the AFC Cup 2023-24 Inter Zone Semi-Final will be hosted by the ASEAN Zone Champion on March 6 or March 7, 2024. Odisha FC will host the return leg on March 13 or March 14 at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar
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